Equine Assisted Services minor provides students with instruction in horsemanship, horse care, and wellness, as well as a preliminary introduction to using horses for therapy and emotional healing.
Students can build their portfolio toward certification as a PATH Certified Therapeutic Riding Instructor.
The first horsemanship courses focus on handling, caring for, and riding horses, while later courses teach advanced students how to instruct others. As part of a diverse curriculum, students will also learn about human development, disability care, and basic therapeutic techniques. These courses further prepare students to care for people and animals, as well as to care for people through animals.
The Equine Assisted Services minor is a great fit with a major in psychology, education, social work, exercise science, and more.
Where Can This Degree Take You?
An Equine Assisted Services minor can enhance your career path by adding specialized skills that set you apart in fields centered on care, connection, and service. Combined with a major in areas such as psychology, education, social work, or exercise science, this minor can prepare you for unique opportunities where you can support individuals, strengthen communities, and make a difference through innovative approaches to wellness and care.
- Equine-Assisted Services Program Assistant
- Therapeutic Horsemanship Instructor
- Equine Program Coordinator
- Adaptive Recreation Assistant
How does faith fit in?
At Greenville University, faith and learning go hand in hand. Your degree prepares you to integrate your Christian faith with the knowledge and skills of your profession, equipping you to pursue your calling with biblical wisdom, lead with Christ-centered integrity, and serve God and others through your work.
Why GU
Learn from experienced staff with over 20+ years of experience in horse training and instructing. Program director, Elizabeth Bays, is certified in natural horsemanship training, riding instruction, clinics & personal coaching.
You will participate in equestrian-related service opportunities around Greenville and other communities.
